Released 28 years ago this September
This Christmas (I'd Rather Have Love)
Teddy Pendergrass · 1998
49 min · 11 tracks · funk · R&B · soul
A soulful blend of festive classics infused with Teddy Pendergrass's rich, velvety vocals and heartfelt emotion.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady holiday celebration vibe
- rich vocals for cozy gatherings
- heartfelt moments by the fire
- soulful soundtrack for festive cheer
- nostalgic warmth throughout listening
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat party tracks
- dislike traditional holiday themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, 'This Christmas (I'd Rather Have Love)' was Teddy Pendergrass's first holiday album. At this point in his career, he was making a return to the music scene after overcoming serious health challenges that had sidelined him in the early 1980s. This album marked a significant moment in his concerted effort to reconnect with fans and explore new musical directions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marvin Gaye· Al Green· Barry White
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Joy To The World 5:03
- 2 Little Drummer Boy 4:07
- 3 Christmas And You 4:09
- 4 The Christmas Ssong 4:09
- 5 Having A Christmas Party 4:36
- 6 I Won't Have Christmas 3:16
- 7 We Three Kings 5:28
- 8 Oh Holy Night 4:20
- 9 Happy Kwanzaa 5:13
- 10 This Christmas (I'd Rather Have Love) 3:47
- 11 Happy Christmas 5:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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